Why Horse Owners Need to Rethink Bug Season in 2026 From mosquitoes to ticks to screwworm, new forces are reshaping equine health this summer – and 2026 marks a turning point RAHWAY, N.J., Aug. 19, 2026 – A record-breaking El Niño weather pattern has arrived, and with it a potentially unexpected … Read More
By Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D. Horses can become anxious, tense, or overly reactive for many reasons. Trailering, changes in routine, unfamiliar surroundings, separation from herd mates, veterinary or farrier visits, and even everyday training can challenge a horse’s ability to remain calm and focused. Before reaching for a calming supplement, … Read More
After a long winter, it’s common to find pastures looking a little worse for wear. Bare patches, thin grass, muddy areas, and signs of winter damage are all reminders that your grazing areas have worked hard through the colder months. Spring offers the perfect opportunity to give those pastures a … Read More
Summer riding has a way of keeping us outside longer, whether we’re spending the day on the trail, hauling to a clinic, or simply enjoying a quiet evening ride after work. While we often think about staying cool ourselves, it’s just as important to make sure our horses are keeping … Read More
By the time summer rolls around, many of us have settled into a comfortable routine of longer rides, greener pastures, and more time outside with our horses. Since the biggest flush of spring grass has passed, it’s easy to assume the risk of pasture-related health issues has passed, too. But … Read More
After a long winter of hay, mud, and shorter days, turning horses back out onto green pasture feels like the official start of spring. It’s one of those simple seasonal moments we all look forward to—watching horses stretch their legs, lower their heads, and enjoy fresh grass again. But as … Read More
There’s something about that first stretch of green pasture after a long winter that makes both horses and their people happy. After months of hay, mud, and shorter days, it’s hard to resist opening the gate and letting them graze to their hearts’ content. As exciting as spring turnout is, … Read More
In the wake of the current outbreak of New World Screwworm in the United States, US Equestrian has released this guidance document containing valuable information for horse owners. The guide includes an overview of the screwworm’s life cycle and challenges, prevention and treatment strategies, and what to expect at a USEF-licensed show. Please be … Read More
At some point, almost every horse owner ends up wrapping a leg. Maybe it’s after a hard workout. Maybe you’re trying to reduce swelling after an injury. Or maybe you’re protecting a wound while it heals. Whatever the reason, leg bandages are a common part of horse care. The challenge … Read More
If horses have one special talent, it’s finding creative ways to injure themselves. A small scrape can appear overnight. A minor cut can turn out to be deeper than it first looks. And sometimes a horse comes in from turnout with a wound that leaves you wondering exactly what happened … Read More
